Production Supervisor- Patch & Polish

Nautique•Orlando, FL

About The Position

Nautique Boat Company, a subsidiary of Correct Craft, builds ski and wake boats and has operated since 1925. The Production Supervisor reports to the department manager and manages assigned department staff. The role is responsible for safety, quality, production, production-related metrics, administrative work, and department improvements. The supervisor communicates production needs to employees and supports employee relationships and development, working with other production supervisors, managers, quality control, and product design and development. This position manages day-to-day departmental operations to complete production schedules safely and on time, using people, equipment, and materials effectively. It oversees employee performance, training, quality, delivery schedules, work procedures, safety practices, and continuous improvement. The role also coordinates with other departments and contributes to operational plans and initiatives. It is a safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Licensed driver with a good driving record, subject to motor vehicle record review.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; ability to work closely with all members of the organization.
Strong facilitation skills.
Ability to lead and direct others effectively and delegate as needed.
Ability to work as a team member toward company objectives.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of employee information, including performance, illness, investigations, and personal information.
Excellent organization and project management skills.
Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment.
Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ability to manage competing tasks and demands and handle frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Ability to use sound judgment and initiative to set priorities, meet deadlines, and make decisions within the functional area with minimal direct supervision.
Regular and punctual attendance.
Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere and interact positively with customers, coworkers, and management.
Ability to handle emergency situations calmly.
Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment where ambient air temperature can occasionally exceed the outside air temperature.
Ability to bend at the waist and knees, stand for extended periods, and lift 25 pounds when necessary.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the marine industry.
Experience developing composite parts.

Responsibilities

Manage area operations to complete production schedules or department work safely and on time, using people, equipment, and materials effectively.
Coordinate Team Leaders where applicable, maintain time and production records, and ensure employee assignments and work are set up appropriately.
Maintain the team's product or department-work quality and on-time delivery.
Interact with personnel across the plant, including quality control, industrial engineering, product development, and design.
Supervise employee activities, including evaluations, discipline, performance management, training and development, work-problem resolution, motivation, and communication.
Maintain safe working conditions, promote employee safety awareness, and enforce safety regulations.
Inspect production or department work for conformance to specifications and direct adjustments as needed.
Review work schedules and estimate employee hours needed to complete work.
Establish or adjust work procedures to meet production or department schedules and goals.
Pursue process improvement and department efficiency, including recommending improvements to production methods, equipment performance, work quality, working conditions, and equipment use.
Coordinate activities with other supervisors or managers as needed.
Participate with the Operations Team to support strategic plans and implement initiatives.
Comply with OSHA and safety procedures.